Water Quality in York, PA (17401)
EPA violation data for public water systems serving ZIP code 17401.
Active Health Violations
7 health-based violations found in the past 5 years, with at least one still unresolved. Contaminant levels have exceeded federal safety limits. Consider testing your tap water independently.
More violations than 90% of US ZIP codes.
Based on EPA compliance data. Not a substitute for an official water quality report from your utility.
18,570
Population
13
Water Systems
45
Violations (5yr)
7
Health-Based
Location
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Water Systems Serving This Area (13)
York Water Co
1 health-basedFranklin System York Water
All resolvedConewago Ind Park
All resolvedAsbury Pointe
Amblebrook
All resolvedCamp Spirit Ymca
Western Cumberland Water Sys
All resolvedCarroll Valley Water System
Eastern Cumberland Water Sys
All resolvedCountry View Manor Ywc
6 health-basedHouston Run Community
All resolvedCaffaro'S Pizza
Clair-Mar Water Cooperative
Contaminants Found
A naturally occurring element that can cause cancer and other health effects at high levels.
Missed testing deadlines — not a detection of bacteria.
Similar to nitrate — harmful to infants at high levels.
At high levels, nitrate can cause blue baby syndrome in infants.
Used to disinfect water — generally safe at regulated levels.
Lead & Copper Levels
Lead (Pb)
Within limitSampled: Jun 2025
How Does This Compare?
York (17401) has more violations than 90% of US ZIP codes. The national average is 18.87 violations per ZIP over 5 years. This ZIP has 45.
Recommended Water Filters
Based on health-based violations detected in your area, these filter types are commonly used to address similar contaminants. Consult your water utility's Consumer Confidence Report for the most current data.
Reverse Osmosis System
Highly effective at removing heavy metals, dissolved solids, and a wide range of contaminants. Recommended for homes with lead or arsenic concerns.
Targets:Lead, Copper, Arsenic, Mercury, Cadmium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 58 certified
UV Water Purifier
Uses ultraviolet light to neutralize bacteria, viruses, and parasites without chemicals. Ideal for homes with microbial contamination concerns.
Targets:E. coli, Coliform, Giardia, Cryptosporidium
Look for:NSF/ANSI 55 (Class A) certified
Always look for filters certified by NSF International for the specific contaminants you want to remove. This is general educational information, not an endorsement of any specific product.